On today's episode: Pro tournaments are officially back, the fishing world says goodbye to a past Bassmaster Classic champion, we hit a TON of topics in today's rapid fire segment, we talk high end vs budget gear in the fishing poll, and we answer questions about dropshots, YakAttack products, and more!

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On today's episode we have some big new gear announcements from Shimano, we talk flukes with 2023 MLF Angler of the Year Matt Becker, we debate the merits of Round Bend vs. EWG worm hooks, and we tackle YOUR questions about budget rods, beginner electronics, our favorite glide baits and more in this week's mailbag.

National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com

Tackle Talk is presented by:

The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY to save!

Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode we get to announce our BRAND NEW partnerships for 2026, we have some awesome news coming out of Arkansas as they try to beef up their trophy fishing potential, we ask you about your experience with 'fuzzy baits' so far, and we crack open the mailbag!